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Choctawhatchee Audubon programs and events for February 2014

Join the Choctawhatchee Audubon for birding programs and field trips. February 1: Bird Walk  – Master birder, Bruce Purdy, will lead a bird walk to the Okaloosa County Landfill and Ft. Walton spray fields. This location consistently produces the highest species counts in our area, with wintering shorebirds, raptors, ducks, songbirds, and more on display. Wear good shoes and bring water and insect repellent. Meet at Coach and 4 Restaurant at 1313 Lewis Turner Blvd., Ft. Walton at 7:30 a.m....

Florida Chautauqua Assembly comes to DeFuniak Springs Jan. 23 – 26, 2014

Explore history and culture at four-day event The annual Florida Chautauqua Assembly will be held in DeFuniak Springs Jan. 23-26, 2014. The Assembly is a historic 4-day educational program comprised of notable keynote speakers, educational breakout sessions, performance teas, evening dinner performances and exhibits relating to an annual theme. This year’s theme is “A Journey in the World of Motion Pictures.  The keynote speaker is Demond Wilson, co-star of the 1970s award-winning hit TV series “Sanford and Son” explains how...

Airstream club occupies Topsail Hill Preserve State Park campground

Weekend of fun, friends, and camaraderie fills park The RV campground at Topsail Hilll Preserve State Park had a different look this past weekend as more than 90 Airstreams filled the campground. A national club, Airforums hosted their eighth annual “Can Opener” get together from Jan. 9 -12. The group enjoyed four days of fun with a chili feast, bloody Mary and margarita stands, corn hole games, block parties, and Airstream giveaways. Attendees arrived with Airstream in tow from all...

South Walton Fire District Polar Bear Splash a chilly success

Dozens gathered on the chilly morning of Jan. 1, 2014 to ring in the new year with a splash in the Gulf of Mexico. South Walton Fire District hosted their annual Polar Bear Splash with a dip in the Gulf of Mexico at the Ed Walline Beach access in Santa Rosa Beach. With an air temperature of 52 degrees and water temp of 65 degrees, the 32 participants spent little time in the water. However, it was all in good...

City of DeFuniak Springs hosting snowbird day with tours and festivities Jan. 16

The City of DeFuniak Springs is calling all ‘winter Floridians” and retirees in the area to spend an exciting time discovering the city. DeFuniak Springs Snowbird Day is planned for Thursday, January 16, 2014 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. All activities will begin at the Chautauqua Hall of Brotherhood beginning at 11:00 AM. Snowbirds and retirees are welcome to drop by anytime between 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.. You will be encouraged to register and receive one of our...

Friends of Camp Helen State Park hosting Saturday concert series

The Friends of Camp Helen State Park are hosting a Saturday concert series. The concerts will be held in the lodge from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Come join in for a unique series of concerts featuring the best American Roots musicians touring the country today. This impressive series of indoor concerts at Camp Helen’s historic log cabin style lodge is sponsored by Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection and the Friends of Camp Helen State Park. The series is hosted by Lucky Mud....

Explore U.S. military history at the Air Force Armament Museum

Military buffs will delight in vast display of relics Interested in learning about U.S. military history? Head over to the the Air Force Armament Museum at Eglin Air Force Base just north of Ft. Walton Beach. Military buffs of all ages will delight in the large display of aircraft, bombs, missiles and rockets spanning from WWI to present day. Driving onto the grounds of the museum, visitors first notice an array of numerous aircraft surrounding the building. The fastest plane...

Countdown Seaside: A New Year’s Eve Celebration Dec. 31

Family friendly fun planned The Merchants of Seaside will present the 6th Annual Countdown Seaside: A New Year’s Eve Celebration to welcome in 2014. On Dec. 31, everyone is invited to experience a big family-friendly party in SEASIDE® featuring live entertainment, kid’s art projects, street performers and fireworks over the Gulf of Mexico. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and last until the last firework lights up the sky. Especially for the kids, Abrakadoodle will be on hand from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. offering...